At Rise Counselling Collective we provide caring, person-centered mental health support for children, teens, adults, couples, and families.
Each member of our team brings their own unique strengths and specialties, using evidence-based approaches tailored to you.
Take a look below to find the therapist who feels like the best fit for your journey.
Meet the Team
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Emily Miller, RCT, CCC
Children, Adolescents, Adults | Play Therapy, Trauma, Attachment, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Grief & Loss
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Nicole Terry, RCT, CCC
Adolescents (14+), Adults, 2SLGBTQIA+ community | Gender Identity and Sexuality, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression
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Cassidy Franklin, RCT-C, CCC
Adults and Couples | Relationships, Communication, Self-compassion, Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions
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Laura Shay, RCT
Adults and Couples | IFS, Relationships, CPTSD,
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Lisa Dexter, RCT, CCC
Children, Adolescents, Adults | ADHD, Grief & Loss, Trauma, Depression,
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Ally Haley, RCT-C
Individual Adults | Perinatal, Parent Support, Trauma, Life Transitions
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Alison Fahie, RCT-C
Children, Adolescents, and Adults | Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Neurodivergence Exploration
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David Reid, RCT-C
Adolescents, Adults, Couples | Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Relationships
EMILY MILLER
Registered Counselling Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor
emily@risecounsellingcollective.com
Emily works with individuals across the lifespan with a particular passion for facilitating emotional wellness in children (5+) and adolescents. She works from a person centred approach with all clients, tailoring sessions to each individual. She helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and other general mental health concerns.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Play Therapy
Brainspotting
Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD
Mindfulness
Theraplay
NICOLE TERRY
Registered Counselling Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor
nicole@safespace-counselling.com
nicole@risecounsellingcollective.com
Nicole (She/Her) works with teens (14+) and adults, offering a warm, inclusive, and non-judgmental space to explore life’s challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply feeling stuck, Nicole’s goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered in your healing journey. She brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, supporting you in building emotional resilience and finding clarity. Nicole has a strong background in emotion regulation and trauma-informed care, and she is especially passionate about working with individuals from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, including those exploring gender identity and sexuality. No matter where you are in your life or what you're facing, Nicole offers a grounded, supportive environment where meaningful change is possible.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Person-Centered
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Brainspotting
Mindfulness
Compassion Focused
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
CASSIDY FRANKLIN
Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate, Canadian Certified Counsellor
cassidy@risecounsellingcollective.com
Cassidy (she/they) works with individuals (16+) and couples in areas related to emotional processing and regulation, conflict and communication skills, relational health, identity and autonomy development, self-compassion, and life transitions. She works to create a safe, judgement-free space and caters her work to fit the needs of each individual client or couple. She also supports clients experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and grief.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Person-Centered/Humanistic
Gottman Method of Couples Therapy, Level 2
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Brainspotting
Mindfulness Based
LAURA SHAY
Registered Counselling Therapist
laura@innerinsighttherapy.com
laura@risecounsellingcollective.com
Laura works with teens (14+), adults, and couples (both monogamous and ethically non-monogamous). She approaches therapy collaboratively and from a trauma-informed lens to provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment filled with curiosity, humour, and honesty. Laura specializes in anxiety and anxiety-related issues, trauma recovery, existential concerns, chronic illness, identity and sexuality, relationships, self-worth/self-compassion, and grief. She has experience working with people with diverse experiences and backgrounds and works closely with the LGBTQ+ community. Laura works from a social justice lens and considers how systemic factors contribute to a client’s experience of life.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Internal Family Systems (IFS), Level 1
Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Level 2
Compassion-Focused Therapy
Emotional-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Narrative Therapy
LISA DEXTER
Registered Counselling Therapist, Canadian Certified Counsellor
lisa@risecounsellingcollective.com
Lisa uses a client-centered approach to work with individuals of all ages who may be experiencing anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life changes. She is also a Certified Clinical Service Provider for individuals with ADHD. Lisa is an approved supervisor with the NSCCT and supervises registered counselling therapists working on their candidacy.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Narrative Therapy
EMDR
Sandtray- a play based therapy
Mindfulness
ALLY HALEY
Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate
ally@risecounsellingcollective.com
Ally is a registered counselling therapist - candidate that specializes in perinatal mental health. She works with clients in all life stages and has a particular interest in supporting parents, children, and clients who have experienced domestic violence.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Narrative Therapy
Mindfulness
Solution Focused
EMDR
Gottman Method of Couples Therapy
ALISON FAHIE
Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate
alison@risecounsellingcollective.com
Alison uses a person-centered and trauma-informed approach to support individuals of all ages (5+). Alison strives to create an atmosphere of safety, warmth and trust for clients. She incorporates practices from different modalities in an integrative way, working collaboratively with you to find the most effective approach to suit your needs. Alison works from a culturally-sensitive and socially-just lens, by understanding and acknowledging how systemic factors impact our lives and well-being. Alison can help clients in areas such as anxiety & depression, big life changes, neurodivergence exploration, gender identity & sexuality, nervous system regulation, and creative / spiritual well-being.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Mindfulness Based
Polyvagal Theory
AutPlay Therapy
DAVE REID
Registered Counselling Therapist - Candidate
dave@risecounsellingcollective.com
Dave works with youth, adults, and couples. He brings a warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed approach to therapy, creating a space of curiosity, openness, and respect. Dave supports clients navigating depression, ADHD, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, identity exploration, relationship patterns, and creative blocks. Alongside his work as a therapist, Dave is an active musician and artist, with years of experience composing and performing across Canada. He enjoys working with creatives and helping clients find a healing path that fits their unique values and needs. Dave also supports couples in deepening understanding, navigating patterns of disconnection, and building more secure, authentic relationships. He values working with clients from all walks of life and is committed to fostering an inclusive and affirming space.
Therapeutic Modalities:
Person centered
Compassion-focused therapy
Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, Level 2
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)